Research Lab Technician B; Unit Experimental Psychiatry

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Research Lab Technician B (Unit for Experimental Psychiatry)

Technician, Research Laboratory B

A research assistant is needed to support Dr. Mathias Basner’s federally sponsored projects with NASA. The RA will schedule and contact study subjects; prepare and submit manuscripts; prepare IRB proposals, amendments and resubmissions; order lab supplies; configure and ship equipment. Assist investigators with data backup, quality control and analysis.

A research assistant is needed to support Dr. Mathias Basner’s federally sponsored projects with NASA and an FAA airport field study on the effects of noise on sleep. The RA will schedule and contact study subjects; prepare and submit manuscripts; prepare IRB proposals, amendments and resubmissions; order lab supplies; configure and ship equipment. Assist investigators with data backup, quality control and analysis.

The RA may also be asked to monitor subjects in laboratory studies on sleep and confinement as needed. Work schedule may vary according to study needs.

Position contingent upon funding.

• High School diploma and 1-2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Perelman School of Medicine

$17.07 - $17.37 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.